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Interim Process for Removing Foreign Transaction Fees
As was previously announced, the University is removing fees associated with its Travel...
Pittwire: Pitt has updated its travel policies
COVID-19 Travel Booking Requirements Suspended & Fees Eliminated
As COVID-19 cases have decreased, the travel industry has experienced a surge as people resume traveling. Additionally, a labor shortage has further complicated travel with high airline...
Reminder: Expense Report Forced Reconciliation - Fiscal Year-End
University Travel Card cardholders are responsible for reconciling all charges on their University Travel Card in Concur. To ensure compliance and reconcile outstanding liabilities, Payment...
Contracts+ Launches May 1, 2022 + Training Videos & Resources
We are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of Contracts+ which will create a unified approach to purchasing and contracting for goods and services. Contracts+ is a module within the...
Reminder: Purchasing Gifts with University Funds
With the 2022 commencement and fiscal year end approaching, we want to provide you with an important reminder regarding the purchase of gifts, awards, and prizes using University funds and federal...
Improved Flight Search in Concur + Travel & Expense Management Lunch & Learn
Please review the following important information related to travel and expense management:
Improved Flight Search in Concur
Based on feedback from travelers on their flight...
SUPRA/Office Depot Price Increases Anticipated Beginning April 7
SUPRA/Office Depot, a University-wide Contracted Supplier for office supply products, notified us of upcoming price...
Important Travel Information: Booking Hotels for a Conference
This important update is intended to clarify and ensure that all University travelers are aware of what is permitted when booking a hotel stay related to a conference.
University...
Matheson Gas Price Increases Effective April 1
We are aware that helium pricing has risen dramatically (over 96% higher than our current pricing) and availability has dropped as the world supply of helium has been affected by: plant fires and...
Important Update: Vincent Payment Solutions
The Vincent Payment Solutions system is used for paying research participants and individuals for...
University Spend Goals with Diverse & Local Suppliers + Resources
The University has established goals, as part of the Plan for Pitt, to support the community and economic development by increasing...
New University-wide Contracted Supplier for Apple Products & Services
Please review the following important updates related to purchasing Apple products and services:
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Beginning March 14, 2022, SHI is the new University-wide...
Reminder: America To Go - Catered Food & Beverage Delivery
We want to remind you about America To Go (ATG), a University-wide Contracted Supplier introduced in December 2021....
Travel & Expense Management Newsletter: Spring 2022
Tips for Concur Report Reconciliation
When using the University Travel Card, we understand that navigating the long list of expense types can get overwhelming. Payment Processing &...